The average prices of Lap-Band weight loss surgery
The costs of Lap-Band surgery has decreased substantially over the last two years. In the United States, the prices is approximately $12,000 to $25,000. This amount usually includes :
- Pre-op tests : $1,000
- Lap-Band Package fee : $4,000 - $8,500
- Anesthesia fees and The surgeon's fee
- The hospital facility fee
- Follow-up appointments and adjustments : $35 - $300
Follow-up care and band adjustments are an important part of the LAP-BAND® procedure. There are usually several follow-up appointments the first year and then once a year after the first year in order to monitor weight loss and adjust the band as needed.
The costs of Lap-Band surgery is expensive. The good news is that increasingly insurance providers are footing the bill for all or part of it if your doctor establishes medical necessity and if you meet the National Institutes of Health insurance requirements. However, most insurance companies require a history of previous attempts at weight loss before agreeing to cover the costs of Lap-Band surgery. Make sure you are aware of the policy before you agree to undergo Lap-Band weight loss surgery.
